Twisted Tales Series
100 Bible Stories
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What’s inside...
This is a collection of ten bible stories retold - with a twist! See Moses as a massive biblical star, and leader of the biggest escape attempt of all time! See Noah as a 600 year old animal lover and round-the-world yachtsman!
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
4-8
Length
320 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What lessons can we learn from the story of Noah's Ark about taking care of our environment?
How do the values shown by Moses in leading his people relate to the importance of leadership and responsibility in our lives today?
In what ways do you think showing kindness, like in the story of The Good Samaritan, can make a difference in our world?
What does the story of Creation tell us about the importance of creativity and innovation?
How can the challenges faced by characters in these stories inspire us to overcome our own obstacles?
Tip: Role play these questions
While reading the stories, pause to ask your child how they might feel if they were in the same situations as the characters.
Encourage your child to think about how the moral of each story can be applied in their everyday life, such as at school or with friends.
Use the stories as a springboard to discuss larger life concepts, like honesty, bravery, and compassion, drawing parallels with real-life scenarios.
After reading, ask your child to draw a scene from their favorite story and explain why it stands out to them. This combines creative expression with comprehension.
Revisit the same stories at different times as your child grows, and explore how their understanding and perceptions change over time.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Compassion and empathy
Explanation: Many stories in '100 Bible Stories' showcase characters displaying kindness and understanding towards others, regardless of their circumstances.
Real-World Application: Children learn to recognize others' feelings and situations, which encourages them to act kindly and helpfully in their everyday interactions with peers and adults.
Example Lesson: Courage and perseverance
Explanation: Stories such as David and Goliath teach children about facing challenges bravely and not giving up despite difficulties.
Real-World Application: This lesson can inspire children to tackle their own challenges, like trying new activities or standing up for what is right, with courage and determination.
Example Lesson: Honesty and integrity
Explanation: Through tales of characters who face dilemmas, '100 Bible Stories' highlights the importance of being truthful and ethical.
Real-World Application: Children can apply these concepts by practicing honesty in their daily interactions and understanding the value of maintaining personal integrity.
Example Lesson: Responsibility and accountability
Explanation: The stories often show characters who learn to take responsibility for their actions and their impact on others.
Real-World Application: This teaches children the importance of being accountable for their actions and encourages them to make responsible choices.
Example Lesson: Forgiveness and reconciliation
Explanation: Several stories teach the power of forgiveness and the process of making amends, promoting peace and healing.
Real-World Application: Children learn to forgive others and work towards resolving conflicts, which helps in building positive and lasting relationships.